Drink? Err... no, I’m driving, I’m on meds, Err...?-Weekenders 07 - 10 June 2019
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Originally Posted by MLD51 
Wonder how much those houses there on the bay go for? 5-6 mil? More?
The land behind my parents house just sold for 5 mil. One acre. They just tear the old houses down and build 10m mansions. There are only 2 left on our street that are the original guard. And that's going to change in the next few years. Now my entire old neighborhood will be McMansions.
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MLD ~
Re: San Fran Housing costs, get out your Checkbook. Below, see details on a SF Parking Lot for sale for a low, low ~$3 Mil. ~42' x 100' [13 Meters x 30 Meters].
EDIT: What Entropy just said...
~ Ravioli Parking Lot Sale ~
I was BS'ing yesterday with the RV Park HandyDude about building around here. ~$100 K and up just to get various Permits to start. Water. Septic. Assorted Coastal and Wetland Runoff/Bird Migration Regulations. Earthquake-Resistant Construction. WHICH is why I built in Redneck Nation in a CO County with no Regs. Do whatever you want. Didn't even need Architectural Drawings, or Sign-offs, for the House Plans I developed myself on a $30- Software Package from 'Sam's Club'. Seriously over-built our Solar Retirement House on 80 Acres of Mesa-top.
Come to think of it, building in this area would provide yet another response as to why you're not drinking:
'Because I can't afford it anymore'!
MLD ~
Re: San Fran Housing costs, get out your Checkbook. Below, see details on a SF Parking Lot for sale for a low, low ~$3 Mil. ~42' x 100' [13 Meters x 30 Meters].
EDIT: What Entropy just said...
~ Ravioli Parking Lot Sale ~
I was BS'ing yesterday with the RV Park HandyDude about building around here. ~$100 K and up just to get various Permits to start. Water. Septic. Assorted Coastal and Wetland Runoff/Bird Migration Regulations. Earthquake-Resistant Construction. WHICH is why I built in Redneck Nation in a CO County with no Regs. Do whatever you want. Didn't even need Architectural Drawings, or Sign-offs, for the House Plans I developed myself on a $30- Software Package from 'Sam's Club'. Seriously over-built our Solar Retirement House on 80 Acres of Mesa-top.
Come to think of it, building in this area would provide yet another response as to why you're not drinking:
'Because I can't afford it anymore'!
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When younger peer pressure was horrible and could induce me to drink when I really didn't want to. As I got older I drank when I wanted to and maybe was asked not to. (see the paradox). Towards the end, I simply turned it down and said no thanks. No excuses, not "reasons", I didn't drink because I didn't want to and I didn't need to justify that to anyone.
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Finally a sun filled day!
Idk Mags, it's like I automatically admit I have a problem by adding to the "Thanks, I'm good" line I use things like, "...I used to drink." or, "...I quit...I got help there...I just took my naltrexone." it differs to who's asking or crowd. But, it's so open here no one has ever mocked, pursued it, or tried to convince me to have a drink after. On the contrary, everyone is apologetic like it was their fault and it's written on my forehead. Idk if it's only cuz they're Canadians (being sorry) but I want to cut it out because the last thing I want is pity. Mock me, shame me, push me but don't feel sorry for me!
I even mentioned I quit drinking at my new job. The girl was cool about it and in awe, yes! For once. I'm shameless about it.
Finally a sun filled day!Idk Mags, it's like I automatically admit I have a problem by adding to the "Thanks, I'm good" line I use things like, "...I used to drink." or, "...I quit...I got help there...I just took my naltrexone." it differs to who's asking or crowd. But, it's so open here no one has ever mocked, pursued it, or tried to convince me to have a drink after. On the contrary, everyone is apologetic like it was their fault and it's written on my forehead. Idk if it's only cuz they're Canadians (being sorry) but I want to cut it out because the last thing I want is pity. Mock me, shame me, push me but don't feel sorry for me!
I even mentioned I quit drinking at my new job. The girl was cool about it and in awe, yes! For once. I'm shameless about it.
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Final note
To conclude my thoughts about not feeling ashamed is that I why should I be? I'm not the one guzzling poison down my throat about to lose my senses. 
No judgement intended, but I'm proud not to drink and 99% of the time I'm not afraid to let it be known.
Besides, when they hear you have the "disease," they will leave it alone. There's nothing to be ashamed about, but of course I didn't mention it at my interview with the boss, and that is probably cuz she didn't offer me a drink.
No judgement intended, but I'm proud not to drink and 99% of the time I'm not afraid to let it be known.Besides, when they hear you have the "disease," they will leave it alone. There's nothing to be ashamed about, but of course I didn't mention it at my interview with the boss, and that is probably cuz she didn't offer me a drink.
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Originally Posted by thomas11
When younger peer pressure was horrible and could induce me to drink when I really didn't want to. As I got older I drank when I wanted to and maybe was asked not to. (see the paradox). Towards the end, I simply turned it down and said no thanks. No excuses, not "reasons", I didn't drink because I didn't want to and I didn't need to justify that to anyone.
Count me in for a sober, sunny Miami weekend!!!!!
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Hi Weekenders
Caprice, I’m loving the photos of the doggies, the weather looks great too!
Up at the crack of dawn, pleased to say it’s another sober day for me. The days soon mount up to years and it’s good to know I was ‘present’ for them, not out of it, as I would’ve with booze.
Caprice, I’m loving the photos of the doggies, the weather looks great too!
Up at the crack of dawn, pleased to say it’s another sober day for me. The days soon mount up to years and it’s good to know I was ‘present’ for them, not out of it, as I would’ve with booze.
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Morning all,
Been up since 5. Looks like rain. On antibiotics for a tooth abscess. All good.
Dentist asked me how much alcohol I drink, I said I had given up. I nearly told him exactly how many months it was and expected congrats but of course he had no idea what a big deal it was and made no comment.
Happy Friday
Been up since 5. Looks like rain. On antibiotics for a tooth abscess. All good.
Dentist asked me how much alcohol I drink, I said I had given up. I nearly told him exactly how many months it was and expected congrats but of course he had no idea what a big deal it was and made no comment.
Happy Friday
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Congrats on the promotion, dpac, I know you've been excited and hoping to get it. I think working at the Zoo must be really great!
So very close to having a functioning bathroom sink. This weekend for sure. Got the plumming all worked out in a trial assembly last night. Just need to pickup a couple of new connectors and I'll be happy. This vanity has been a real trial in patience for me.
So very close to having a functioning bathroom sink. This weekend for sure. Got the plumming all worked out in a trial assembly last night. Just need to pickup a couple of new connectors and I'll be happy. This vanity has been a real trial in patience for me.
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Vman. I don't know about that chicken meme.FRIDAY. At least here in the States it's Friday.
The day when people are talking excitedly about their weekend plans and when I was newly sober that was uncomfortable for me.
I used to feel sorry for myself for not being able to drink. Now I feel gratitude for not having to drink and for having found my way out. I admit the temptation is there to say to people, "But you'd have so much more fun camping without the four bottles of Jack." I know better than to say that, but it's what goes through my mind.
So...construction...it poured rain yesterday and my bedroom window deposited water puddles indoors. This is the second window that has done that.
Is it over yet?
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